signera

Signera is a verb that is primarily used in Swedish to mean to sign a document or to authorize something by affixing a signature. It is also used in broader contexts to indicate giving formal consent or approval by signing. In computing and digital communications, the term may describe applying a digital signature to data or software to verify integrity and authenticity.

Etymology and cognates: Signera derives from Latin signare, meaning “to mark with a sign.” In Scandinavian languages, related forms exist: Swedish signera, Norwegian bokmål signere, and Danish signere, all sharing the core meaning of affixing a signature. The corresponding adjectives include signerad (signed) or signerat (having been signed).

Usage: In Swedish, common phrases include "att signera ett kontrakt" (to sign a contract) and "jag signerar dokumentet" (I am signing the document). The tense forms follow standard conjugation: signerar (present), signerade (past), signerad or signerat (past participle). The imperative is "signera!" In legal and administrative contexts, signing attests agreement, consent, or authorization. In IT, signing often refers to creating a digital signature with a cryptographic key, resulting in a signature value that accompanies a file or software package.

See also: Signature, Digital signature, Signatory.